Changes in law and society during the Civil War and Reconstruction : a legal history documentary reader / edited by Christian G. Samito.

Other author Samito, Christian G.
Format Book
Publication InfoCarbondale : Southern Illinois University Press, ©2009.
Descriptionxiii, 336 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm
Subjects
African Americans--Legal status, laws, etc. --History. --19th century.
African Americans--Civil rights. --History. --19th century.
United States--Armed Forces. --African Americans. --History. --19th century.

Contents The status of African Americans before the Civil War -- The expansion of governmental power and the nationalization of the Union -- African Americans, emancipation, and military service -- Rights during the Civil War and Reconstruction : potential, change, and opposition -- Judicial interpretation and limitation of the Civil War amendments and civil rights legislation.
Bibliography noteIncludes bibliographical references (p. 325-326) and index.
LCCN 2008043099
ISBN9780809328895 (pbk. : alk. paper)
ISBN0809328895 (pbk. : alk. paper)

Availability

Library Location Call Number Status Item Actions
Joyner General Stacks KF4757 .C48 2009 ✔ Available Place Hold